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How to get from Salerno to Amalfi Coast by train
Planning a day trip to the Amalfi Coast? Why not take the train from Salerno to the Amalfi Coast – you’ll be enjoying spectacular coastal views before you know it!
As there’s only one train station on the Amalfi Coast – it’s in Vietri sul Mare – you’ll need to stop there and then continue your journey through the other coastal towns. The average journey time by train between Salerno and Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi is only 8 minutes, with around 39 trains per day. The route from Salerno to the Amalfi Coast is served by Trenitalia’s regional trains, which depart from Salerno’s main station in the old town centre, and arrive into Vietri sul Mare, the gateway to the Amalfi Coast.
As Vietri sul Mare station is not centrally located, you’ll need to take one of the local buses to the town centre. Make sure you stop by the church of San Giovanni Battista, which stands out for its colourful majolica – it’s also the symbol of the city!
From Vietri sul Mare, it’s easy to reach the other towns on the Amalfi Coast – simply hop on one of the SITA SUD buses and you’ll be able to get to Maiori, Minori and Amalfi in no time.
Want to learn more about the journey from Salerno to the Amalfi Coast? Scroll down for more details about train times and ticket prices or use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to book tickets.
Salerno to Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi by train
It takes an average of 8m to travel from Salerno to Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi by train, over a distance of around 2 miles (4 km). There are normally 40 trains per day travelling from Salerno to Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi and tickets for this journey start from £1.26 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:37 | |
| Departure station | Salerno | |
| Arrival station | Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi | |
| Journey time | From 8m | |
| Distance | 2 miles (4 km) | |
| Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £1.26 | |
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Trenitalia trains from Salerno to Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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Regional trains classes from Salerno to Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi
Compare the different travel classes offered by Regional trains when travelling from Salerno to Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi.
Second Class
Enjoy your journey with Trenitalia's regional trains. A First Class service may be available on some routes.
- Air-conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
Onboard services on Regional trains
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Salerno to Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi.
- You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge.
- In most cases, there are no luggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenitalia's regional trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.
Trenitalia's regional trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat.
- Children under 4 can travel for free if they’re accompanied by an adult and a seat is not assigned to them.
- Children aged 4-11 can get 50% off. Older children will need to have a full-price ticket.
- You can take your bike, hoverboard, monowheel or e-scooter free of charge if it can be folded and doesn’t exceed these dimensions: 120 x 80 x 45cm.
- If your bike can’t be folded, you’ll need to buy a bike ticket or another Second Class ticket.
- Small pets can travel on Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge if they’re placed in a carrier or cage with max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm.
- Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
- Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on Trenitalia's regional trains.
Cheap train tickets from Salerno to Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Salerno to Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.